Deputy Manager Pharmacy

Deputy Manager Pharmacy

Key Responsibilities:

• Pharmacy Operations Management:

  You would oversee the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy department, including prescription dispensing, medication inventory management, compounding, and medication therapy management services. You ensure that pharmacy services are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.

• Staff Supervision and Training:

  You would supervise pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and support personnel. This involves scheduling, assigning duties, providing training and guidance, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.

• Medication Safety and Quality Assurance:

  You would implement policies and procedures to ensure medication safety and minimize the risk of medication errors, adverse drug reactions, and drug interactions. This may involve implementing medication reconciliation processes, monitoring for drug recalls or shortages, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  You would ensure that pharmacy operations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accreditation standards and professional guidelines. This includes maintaining accurate records, adhering to controlled substance regulations, and participating in regulatory inspections and audits.

• Pharmaceutical Procurement and Inventory Control:

  You would be responsible for managing medication procurement, inventory control, and distribution processes. This involves maintaining appropriate stock levels, monitoring medication expiration dates, optimizing inventory turnover, and managing relationships with pharmaceutical suppliers and wholesalers.

• Patient Counseling and Education:

  You would provide medication counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. This includes explaining medication instructions, potential side effects, drug interactions, and proper medication administration techniques to ensure safe and effective use of medications.

• Clinical Pharmacy Services:

  Depending on the setting, you may oversee the provision of clinical pharmacy services, such as medication therapy management, anticoagulation management, antimicrobial stewardship, and chronic disease management programs. You collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes.